Thomas Partyy will go for an MRI scan on Saturday to assess the extent of a rib injury he sustained in Arsenal’s defeat Manchester City on fridaynight.
The midfielder started the match at the Etihad but did not return for the second half, replaced by Albert Sambi Lokonga as the Gunners lost 1-0 thanks to a goal from Nathan Ake.
It was not clear at the time what had happened to the Ghanaian, but it has since been confirmed that he felt pain in his ribs and Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says he will be sent for a scan.
“He felt something and we didn’t want to take any chances, so he couldn’t continue,” Arteta said.
“He was in some discomfort and it was getting worse, so he couldn’t continue. He didn’t feel comfortable continuing.
“Of course he’s going to have an MRI scan tomorrow, the day after tomorrow, and see what he’s got.”
Partey has been in fine form for the Gunners so far this season and his injury will be a major concern for Arteta as they continue their challenge for the Premier League title.
However, a replacement could be on the way soon after a £60 million bid was made for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo.
The Seagulls would like more than 80 million pounds for the Ecuadorian, but he has confirmed he wants to leave the club so a deal could be in the offing before the transfer window closes next week.
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